Journeyman Electrician Exam Prep
Pass your journeyman license on the first try.
1,600+ NEC 2023 practice questions built around the articles your journeyman exam tests most. Every answer cites the exact code article, so you learn to navigate the book, not memorize answers. All 50 states covered.
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What the Journeyman Exam Covers
The journeyman electrician exam is the first licensing exam most electricians take, usually after 8,000 hours (about four years) of documented on-the-job training. Most exams contain 80 to 100 multiple-choice questions with a 3 to 4 hour time limit and a passing score of 70% to 75%. In most states the exam is open book, so you can bring a tabbed NEC 2023 codebook. The questions test how quickly and accurately you can apply the code, with load calculations and grounding among the highest-weighted topics.
Core NEC Coverage
Branch circuits, load calcs, grounding, conductor sizing, and motors
Calculation-Heavy
Load calcs (Article 220) and box fill (314) are where most points are lost
Timed and Open Book
Speed of NEC navigation matters as much as knowing the code
70% to 75% to Pass
A handful of questions separates passing from a retake
Most-Tested Journeyman NEC Topics
These are the NEC articles that appear most often on journeyman exams. Tap any topic for a full breakdown, then drill the matching questions in the practice engine.
Receptacle spacing, GFCI and AFCI locations, conductor sizing for general-use circuits
Dwelling and feeder load calcs, demand factors, the 125% continuous-load rule
Service-entrance conductor sizing, disconnecting means, and service equipment rules
Breaker and fuse sizing, the standard ampere ratings table, and tap rules
Equipment grounding conductor sizing from Table 250.122, grounding electrode systems
Cover and burial depths, raceway support, and conductor protection requirements
Ampacity from Table 310.16, temperature correction, and conductor adjustment factors
Counting conductors, devices, and clamps to size outlet and device boxes correctly
Motor conductor sizing at 125% FLC, overload protection, and disconnect requirements
Sizing conduit for multiple conductors using the Chapter 9 tables and percentages
Why Journeyman Candidates Choose GetLicenseReady
- 1,600+ NEC 2023 questions, the most comprehensive electrician question bank available
- Every question cites the specific NEC article, section, and table so you build real code-navigation speed
- Filter by topic to drill the articles you keep missing
- Timed exam mode mirrors the real journeyman exam format and pacing
- Spaced-repetition flashcards for formulas, tables, and key code references
- State-specific exam details for all 50 states: question count, passing score, approved materials, and testing vendor
- Pro subscription at $49/month, a fraction of the cost of traditional exam-prep courses
Start practicing by state
Practice tests tailored to your state's format, question count, and passing score.
Free NEC study guide
The articles to master first, with the key tables and exam tips.
NEC quick reference
Key exam numbers on one printable page: wire sizes, clearances, and formulas.
After you pass: master prep
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Journeyman Exam Questions Answered
Is the journeyman exam open book?
In most states, yes. You can bring a tabbed copy of the NEC 2023 codebook to the testing center. A few states run a closed-book exam. Your state practice page lists whether your exam is open or closed book and which materials are approved.
How many questions are on the journeyman exam?
Most journeyman exams contain 80 to 100 questions with a 3 to 4 hour time limit. The exact count, time limit, and passing score depend on your state and testing vendor (PSI, Pearson VUE, Prometric, or ICC).
What score do I need to pass?
Most states require 70% or 75% to pass the journeyman exam. With 80 to 100 questions, the margin between passing and a retake can be just a handful of questions, which is why timed practice on your weakest articles matters.
How long does it take to prepare?
Most candidates study for 4 to 8 weeks before the exam. Consistent daily practice with timed sets and targeted review of load calculations, grounding, and conductor sizing is more effective than cramming. The full GetLicenseReady bank lets you build that routine.
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